Chiba City, Chiba Prefecture: Subsidy for the Promotion of Energy-saving Equipment for Small and Medium Enterprises (FY2019)

This is a subsidy program by Chiba City, Chiba Prefecture, supporting small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in installing energy-efficient equipment to reduce operational energy costs. Eligible applicants are SMEs operating business sites in Chiba City, with capital or employee limits varying by industry (manufacturing/construction: ¥300M capital or 300 employees; wholesale: ¥100M or 100; retail/services: ¥50M or 50-100). The program subsidizes energy-saving equipment installation (LED lighting, air conditioning, refrigeration, boilers, etc.) at approximately 2/3 subsidy rate, with ceiling amounts typically ranging from several hundred thousand to several million yen depending on equipment type. Applications require energy audit and energy-saving implementation plans prepared by certified energy managers or architects, with completion by the fiscal 2026 application deadline. Businesses installing high-impact equipment, upgrading multiple systems simultaneously, or demonstrating clear CO2 reduction results may receive additional support; early consultation with the city is strongly recommended.